I Miss Being Bored at the Mall
Browsing taught me to enjoy my own company. In a digital age, how will my children learn to be by themselves?
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I Spent My Life Avoiding Thrills. Then My Son Discovered Roller Coasters
What have I missed out on because I’ve mistaken someone else’s fear for my own good sense?
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How a Tourette’s Diagnosis Helped Me Understand Who I Am
I long resisted looking for the cause of my tics. Then I received a diagnosis that changed everything
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The Joy, and Science, of Cold-Water Swimming
Depressive moods and menopausal turmoil drove me to a chilly “treatment” before I even knew there was such a thing
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Love and Risk in the Time of COVID-19
My partner is an organ transplant recipient. We’ve spent years of testing for potential danger in every decision. What’s next?
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Confessions of a Bitcoin Widow: How a Dream Life Turned into a Nightmare
My husband started a cryptocurrency empire that made us rich. When he died, I learned it was just a facade
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When My Wife Developed Alzheimer’s, the Story of Our Marriage Kept Us Connected
To prepare for a future of losing her, bit by bit, I began reciting a love letter
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On Aging Alone
In old age, I had to come to terms with the loneliness I’d felt all my life
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The Paradox of Being a Leafs Fan
Generations of Indigenous fans have followed the Toronto Maple Leafs through close calls and decades of despair. Ultimately, it’s the hope that connects us
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